Description
Experience a burst of flavors with the Spicy Sweet Potato Power Bowl featuring creamy avocado and cottage cheese. This vibrant dish is perfect for any meal, offering a delightful combination of roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned ground turkey or beef, and smooth avocado, creating a satisfying and nutritious bowl. With its rich textures and customizable elements, this power bowl makes for a quick lunch or dinner option that can easily fit into your meal prep routine. Enjoy the balance of heat from spices and creaminess from the toppings β itβs wholesome eating at its best!
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked ground turkey or beef, seasoned with taco/fajita spices
- 1 tsp olive oil or butter, for cooking
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Red pepper flakes
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- Optional: a drizzle of hot sauce or sriracha
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C). Toss cubed sweet potato with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until golden.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sautΓ© seasoned ground turkey or beef in olive oil until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Slice the avocado and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- In a bowl, layer roasted sweet potatoes first, followed by meat, sliced avocado, and cottage cheese. Drizzle with hot sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added crunch, top with toasted pumpkin seeds or chopped nuts. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of paprika or red pepper flakes to suit your taste. This bowl is perfect for meal prep; prepare ingredients in advance for easy assembly during busy days.